Sanus Wall Mount

Mounting an LCD Television in a corner is an effective way to provide different viewing angles. Achieving various angles will enhance the viewers' experience. How a television is positioned within a home's entertainment area will directly affect the comfort of the viewer(s), the room's focal point, TV screen reflection, sound and image quality, and cable connections.

Instructions

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Choose a corner offering the best viewing angles. For LCD televisions the most effective corner mounting position is above the line of sight from where you are sitting. Be sure to choose a corner with structurally strong walls and studs, providing the strength needed to withstand the weight of the TV and securely hold the mounting unit. Some other things to consider are: choosing a corner area with a flexible seating arrangement; limiting the amount of natural and artificial light to reduce screen reflection; whether or not there will be traffic through the chosen area which could obstruct the view; power outlet; outside noise; or any other disturbances affecting the visual or aural experience.

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Find the VESA (Video Electronic Standard Association) standard for your TV. The most important information to have are the VESA specifications for your TV (the TV manufacturer's standard hole pattern located on the back of televisions). These standards allow consumers to easily determine the mounting unit designed to comply with the size and weight of their TV. To find this information, check the back of your TV, TV manual or manufacturer's website, or ask a customer service representative at your local TV retailer. The references below provide a link to TV mounting manufacturers compliant with VESA standards.

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Purchase an LCD corner mount. There are several options available. The best are cantilever, or articulating, TV mounts, which allow the TV to rotate, tilt and extend into any viewing angle position. With this much versatility, corner mounting units can address the viewing needs of any audience. There are dual and single arm mounts, depending on the weight and size of your LCD TV. Some mounts will also let you retract your LCD television after use.

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Attach the corner mount. The corner mount will come in a kit with parts and instructions. Carefully read and follow the instructions to attach the mount to the TV and into the corner wall. Another option is to mount a stable corner shelf. Although this method is less expensive, it doesn't offer the swiveling capability of a cantilever TV corner mount. After mounting the TV, hide any cables using ties and a corner duct raceway.

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Hire an installation service. If mounting a LCD television in a corner seems difficult there are installation specialists available. You can hire independent contractors or ask the store where you bought your LCD television if they provide installation services.